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1 PERTH 19 MARCH- 7 APRIL

2 national sponsors presenting sponsor exhibition partner festival partners red carpet sponsors front row sponsors media partners

3 opening night Gemma Bovery 6 with margaret and david 3 Hearts 9 Diplomacy 10 Far From Men 11 The Blue Room 12 The Last Hammer Blow 13 Tokyo Fiancée 14 i love you Beauty And The Beast 16 Chance Encounter 17 Paper Souls 18 Sex, Love And Therapy 19 The Easy Way Out 20 hand in hand Almost Friends 22 The Gazelles 23 In The Courtyard 24 One Of A Kind 25 Samba 26 The New Girlfriend 27 larger than life French Riviera 29 Marie's Story 30 Saint Laurent 31 Summer Nights 32 The Gate 33 intense Before The Winter Chill 34 Elle l'adore 35 The Connection 36 The Last Diamond 37 The List Of My Desires 38 The Yellow Eyes Of The Crocodiles 39 lest we forget Grand Illusion 42 Captain Conan 43 The Officer's Ward 43 french comedy Babysitting 44 Barbecue 45 Get Well Soon 47 Superchondriac 48 The Ultimate Accessory 49 coming of age Breathe 51 Eden 52 Girlhood 53 Love At First Fight 54 My Summer In Provence 55 The Bélier Family 56 kiddies korner Asterix-The Mansions Of The Gods 58 Moomins On The Riviera 59 Nicholas On Holiday 59 documentaries closing night Paris, Je TAime 7 Handmade With Love In France 60 Once Upon A Forest 60 Acknowledgements 64 Highlights 66 screening schedule 69/70 festival ticketing & conditions 78 contents sommaire

4 bienvenue 4 4 bon festival! The 26th presentation of the Alliance Française French Film Festival will be my very first, and as such, it gives me great pleasure to celebrate the occasion with all of you. Indeed, it is most heartening to know that the Festival has been such an enormous success in Australia. Such success truly embodies the creativity and influence of French cinema and is largely due to the richness of our industrys output, with more than 250 French films being produced each year. This richness is evidenced by the selection for the 2015 Festival, which offers a diverse array of films for all cinematic tastes. In fact, even the most discerning movie-goer should find several films to enjoy! This year, there are 49 movies to discover; 49 occasions on which to experience emotion, humour, drama and share the masterpieces of tomorrow with friends and family. There will also be the opportunity to revisit several classic films that commemorate the First World War, which comprise a special section of the programme will also see us reach new cities and audiences via expansion of our venues. For the first time, Hobart will host the Festival and so join the circle of Australian capital cities that showcase the event. Likewise, the inclusion of Parramatta will increase the number of participating localities in New South Wales, by hosting a selected number of screenings at the Riverside Theatres in April. Also for this 26th year, David Stratton and Margaret Pomeranz, Australias two most esteemed cinema critics, who are well known and held in great affection by all, have kindly agreed to be the Festivals Patrons. We have given them carte blanche to choose their favourite films. I thank them wholeheartedly for joining us and their presence further illustrates the strong cultural links between Australia and France. The first ever visit to Australia, last November, by a President of the French Republic, was also an occasion that reaffirmed these ties, to which the Festival has been an early witness. The success of the Festival also marks the enormously fruitful collaboration of Team France, between the French State, our industries and the Alliances Françaises across Australia. It is a shared success and I would now like to deeply thank all of our partners, teams and volunteers, who each year make it possible to stage this great, cultural get-together. Bon Festival! Christophe Lecourtier Ambassador of France to Australia

5 happy festival! The Alliance Française was created in 1883 in Paris, by intellectuals and scientists such as Louis Pasteur, Jules Verne and Ferdinand de Lesseps. Since its inception, the Alliance Française has been striving to promote French language and culture around the world. The first Australian Alliance Française was founded in Melbourne in Currently, our Australian network comprises of 30 centres, with more than 9,000 students enrolled each year. We host a large number of cultural events annually, the most successful of which being the Alliance Française French Film Festival, which was created 26 years ago with Palace Cinemas. I am honoured to be part of this adventure that showcases the best of contemporary French cinema, and helps strengthen the cultural ties between our two countries. I wish you all a very happy Festival! FESTIVAL ORGANISER the Alliances Françaises Isabelle Faure Chief Representative of Fondation Alliance Française in Australia Director of Alliance Française of Canberra 5 Alliance Française FOUNDED IN1883 Alliances Françaises 819 worldwide 464,000 students 30 Alliances Françaises in australia Promotion of the French Language Promotion of the French Arts and Culture 145 Cultural events nationally 9,760 Students across the country The Festival is organised by the ALLIANCEs FRANÇAISEs of Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney

6 opening night Toronto International Film festival Special Presentations v v 6 6 gemma bovery A jewel of humour and intelligence beautifully performed La Croix When an English couple named Gemma and Charles Bovery move into a small Normandy town, Martin Joubert, the baker and resident Flaubert fan, cant believe it. Here are two real life figures who seem to be replicating the behaviour of his favourite fictional characters right before his eyes. This charming retelling of the classic Madame Bovary story is a visual feast, from the picturesque countryside to the so-good-you-canalmost-taste-it patisserie. Gemma Arterton is the playfully updated version of Frances most famous heroine with Fabrice Luchini as the smitten baker and films narrator. Complications ensue when Gemma meets a dashing aristocrat just as the plot unfolds in the book. Skilfully directed by Anne Fontaine, who also made the similarly sumptuous Coco Before Chanel, Gemma Bovery is based on the popular graphic novel by Posy Simmonds. Balancing real sensuality and hilarious one-liners, this is an endearing film about the dangers of stirring passions, with Arterton radiant as the titular bored housewife and Luchini delightful as always in the role of the comically obsessed baker. Anne Fontaine gemma bovery Fabrice Luchini, Gemma Arterton, Jason Flemyng, Isabelle Candelier, Niels Schneider drama comedy 99 MINS 2014 CTC

7 closing night v Cannes International Film Festival UN CERTAIN REGARD Opening Film Toronto International Film Festival Official Selection Captivating, moving and compulsively entertaining SBS Since it debuted in 2006, Paris, Je TAime has become a modern French classic. In an encore presentation, it is back on the big screen in this years Festival to again take audiences through the arrondissements of Paris with a series of short films inspired by the subject of love and the city itself. This audacious and utterly entertaining film presents 20 vignettes in a variety of genres directed by a range of brilliant directors, from Frances Olivier Assayas and Bruno Podalydès to American auteurs including Ethan and Joel Cohen, Gus Van Sant and Alexander Payne. The star-studded cast is equally eclectic, including Fanny Ardant and Bob Hoskins as a couple trying to reinvigorate their marriage, Juliette Binoche as a grieving mother and Steve Buscemi as a hapless tourist in the Métro. A portmanteau film packed with delights, Paris, Je TAime offers a welcome return to the City of Lights with a selection of love stories of every shape and size. v 7 7 paris, je taime paris, je taime Olivier Assayas, Bruno Podalydès, Sylvain Chomet, Ethan and Joel Cohen, Gus Van Sant & many more Fanny Ardant, Juliette Binoche, Gérard Depardieu, Natalie Portman, Bob Hoskins, Steve Buscemi romance 120 MINS 2006 MA15+

8 8 8 at the festival with margaret and david alliance française french film festival 2015 patrons There is an ongoing beautiful romance between French culture and Australia, never seen more intensely than with Australians love of French cinema. France was the birthplace of cinema and that early history has a direct connection to this country with the 1912 visit of the lesser-known Méliès brother, Gaston, to this country. He was in search of the exotic in his travels around the Pacific and Asia and his documenting of indigenous life is a precious part of the collection in our National Film and Sound Archive. But France didnt just invent cinema, they revolutionized it with the Nouvelle Vague, introducing the world to the talents of Jean-Luc Godard, Eric Rohmer, Claude Chabrol, Jacques Rivette, Jacques Demy and thank goodness there was a woman included in that group, Agnès Varda. How we worshipped at their shrine. It was exciting cinema, different, daring and literate. The French ability to produce such a wide range of cinema is enticing, from winsome romances like Amélie (2001) to hard-hitting urban dramas like La Haine (1995), and for their ability to produce stars of such talent and durability as Catherine Deneuve, Jean-Louis Trintignant and Emmanuelle Riva. That diversity is reflected in the Alliance Française French Film Festival of 2015 at which we are honoured to be the patrons. There are some marvelous films to be found in this program, we hope you will join us in celebrating them. Our Festival picks are featured in this section, and on page 42. and Margaret Pomeranz David Stratton

9 Venice International Film Festival Official Competition Toronto International Film festival Special Presentations A MOVING, UNMISSABLE FILM EXPERIENCE MARGARET POMERANZ One night in a provincial French city, after missing his train back to Paris, Marc meets Sylvie. The pair wander the streets until morning, talking happily, falling in love and making a date to meet again. When circumstances prevent this reunion, Marc searches for Sylvie but ends up finding someone else: Sophie. What Marc doesnt realise is that Sophie is Sylvies sister. After a stellar 40-year career, director Benoît Jacquot proves that he is still at the top of his game with the classic love triangle of 3 Hearts. Echoing great Hollywood melodramas such as An Affair To Remember, but told with a fresh, contemporary voice this is both an emotionally rich and rewarding enjoyably suspenseful film. The cast is superb, with a palpable sense of magnetism between Marc (Benoît Poelvoorde), Sylvie (Charlotte Gainsbourg) and Sophie (Chiara Mastroianni). French cinema icon Catherine Deneuve plays the mother of the two sisters in love with the same man. Whose heart will survive the dramatic tension? 9 3 hearts Benoît Jacquot Catherine Deneuve, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Chiara Mastroianni, Benoît Poelvoorde GERMANY BELGIUM DRAMA 106 MINS 2014 M margarets pick

10 Niels Arestrup and AndrÉ DussoLlier give commanding performances in this totally gripping drama DAVID stratton 10 It is August 25th, The Allies have entered Paris, and shortly before dawn the German military governor of the city is preparing to dynamite the capitals famous monuments and bridges on Hitlers orders. Of course we know that he changed his mind but why? Was it thanks to his meeting with the Swedish Consul-General, Raoul Nordling? This engrossing historical drama from Volker Schlöndorff, the acclaimed German director of The Tin Drum, has been adapted from the French playwright Cyril Gélys 2011 successful stage show. Niels Arestrup plays the loyal Third Reich governor, with André Dussollier as the man who must convince him not to destroy a city. Full of patriotism and passion, this is a tour-de-force by both lead actors (who originated the roles on stage) with their sparkling dialogue set against wartime Paris. Less about the horrors of war and more about the art of negotiation, Diplomacy is a fascinating film about duty, history and what was behind an 11th hour decision to save the City of Lights. davids pick diplomacy Volker Schlöndorff Niels Arestrup, André Dussollier, Burghart Klaussner, Robert Stadlober, Charlie Nelson germany HISTORy DRAMA 84 MINS 2014 M

11 Venice International Film Festival Official Competition Toronto International Film Festival Special Presentations "UNRAVELS IN SPECTACULAR LANDSCAPES AS AN EXPLORATION OF MORAL DILEMMAS, IN THE GUISE OF A WESTERN MARGARET POMERANZ Featuring a career-best performance from the multi-talented Viggo Mortensen and a superb original soundtrack by Nick Cave and Warren Ellis, Far From Men is a gripping tale of morality and friendship set during the Algerian War, against an unforgiving mountainous landscape. The year is 1954, the war is beginning and village schoolteacher Daru (Mortensen), an ex-french Army soldier, is caught in the crossfire. Born in Algeria but Spanish by lineage, hes a man out of time and place, perceived as alien by both locals and colonisers alike. So when he reluctantly agrees to escort a dissident (rising star Reda Kateb, A Prophet) to a regional police station to face trial for murder, a series of incidents and revelations force the question of where Darus loyalties truly lie. Based on a short story by Albert Camus, writer/director David Oelhoffens masterful, breathtakingly-shot drama bears all the hallmarks of a classic frontier western, yet carries strong contemporary resonances. Widely acclaimed at the recent Venice Film Festival where it premiered in Official Competition, Far From Men is grand, big-screen adult entertainment at its finest. far from men David Oelhoffen Viggo Mortensen, Reda Kateb, Antoine Laurent DRAMA 115 MINS 2015 CTC 11 margarets pick

12 Cannes International Film Festival Un Certain regard - Official Selection Lovers of well-made thriller and tasteful eroticism will be rewarded by Amalrics stylish and intelligent treatment DAVID stratton 12 After many false starts, the acclaimed novel The Blue Room by the Belgian writer, Georges Simenon, has finally been successfully adapted for the big screen by Mathieu Amalric. The renowned actor-turned-auteur shares screenwriting credits with one of the films stars, Stéphanie Cléau, and the film remains faithful to the novels tale of an illicit liaison between family man, Julien (Mathieu Amalric) and a pharmacists wife, Delphine (Léa Drucker). The unvoiced answer to Delphines question to Julien, If I were suddenly free, could you free yourself too? imbues this taut, claustrophobic thriller with a pervasive sense of foreboding. The intimate tale shifts from the sensual moments in a hotel to life beyond the blue room, and a crime that will trigger the collapse of the walls separating Juliens two lives. Will he survive unscathed? Amalric has cleverly blended stellar performances, a deft, non-linear narrative, a superb score by Grégoire Hetzel and masterful suspense to deliver a truly original and unforgettable film. davids pick the blue room Mathieu Amalric Mathieu Amalric, Léa Drucker, Stéphanie Cléau, Laurent Poitrenaux, Serge Bozon crime thriller 76 MINS 2014 CTC

13 Venice International Film Festival Official Competition & Marcello Mastroianni Award for Best Young Actor - Romain Paul delaporte HAS SUBTEXT DOWN TO A FINE ART, HER SCENES ARE SUBTLE AND INCREDIBLY MOVING MARGARET POMERANZ The eagerly-awaited second film from writer/director Alix Delaporte (Angèle and Tony) is a profoundly affecting drama about a young boy determined to change the course of his future. Soccer mad 14-year-old Victor (extraordinary newcomer Romain Paul) lives in a community of trailers and huts on the seaside with his single mother Nadia (Clotilde Hesme). One day after practice, Nadia announces shed like him to go and live with her parents. Victor decides instead to seek out his long-absent father, the famous conductor Samuel Rovinski (Grégory Gadebois) who has recently arrived to rehearse Mahlers Sixth Symphony with the local orchestra, and is completely unaware of Victors existence. Samuel is less than welcoming, but the initial hostility soon turns to an awkward kind of tenderness, and possibly love. Intimate and emotionally satisfying, Delaportes film is a poetic, neo-realist jewel. Hesme and Gadebois deliver wonderful, nuanced performances, but its Romain Paul who, appearing in almost every frame, completely steals the show. His mesmerising breakout performance deservedly won him the Venice Film Festival Marcello Mastroianni prize for Best Young Actor. the last hammer blow Alix Delaporte Romain Paul, Clotilde Hesme, Grégory Gadebois drama 83 MINS 2015 m 13 margarets pick

14 Toronto International Film Festival Official Selection Liberskis version of the story gains enormous benefit from the charming central performance by Pauline Étienne DAVID stratton 14 Based on Belgian writer Amélie Nothombs bestselling semi-autobiographical novel, Tokyo Fiancée is now an entertaining coming-of-age comedy, which will appeal to fans of Jean-Pierre Jeunets Amélie and Sofia Coppolas Lost In Translation. The film concerns Amélie (Pauline Étienne), who is in love with all things Japanese, which prompts her to buy a one-way ticket to Tokyo and completely immerse herself in the culture. Amélie decides to become a French tutor, and soon finds herself enjoying a passionate relationship with her only student, the charming Rinri (Taichi Inoue). As the couple explores the joys (and awkwardness) of their first real romance and the colourful city around them, many cultural barriers fall but some still remain. This utterly charming romantic comedy played in last years Toronto International Film Festival and seduced audiences in Europe with its whimsical style and its playful look at misunderstandings, complications and the problems that arise from stereotypes. The pixie-like Étienne is particularly winsome and wonderful as the enthusiastic young woman on a cross-cultural adventure of the heart. davids pick tokyo fiancée Stefan Liberski Pauline Étienne, Taichi Inoue, Julie Le Breton, Alice de Lencquesaing, Akimi Ota belgium CANADA ROMANCE COMEDY 100 MINS

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16 Berlin International Film Festival Out of Competition An ambitious, top level, entertaining film to the like of all TF1 news 16 Léa Seydoux (The Grand Budapest Hotel) and Vincent Cassel (Black Swan) star in Christophe Gans adaptation of the timeless French fairy tale, Beauty And The Beast. Belle (Léa Seydoux) is a loyal and joyful young girl, devoted to looking after her family. After her father (André Dussollier) is captured by a terrifying Beast (Vincent Cassel), Belle offers herself in his stead, agreeing to live in his remote castle. While many know how the story ends, the visual splendour and digital wizardry of this latest version will captivate audiences until the last breathtaking moment. Comic critters and new subplots also offer exciting new elements to a world of dark magic and wonder. A German and French co-production, the film features exceptional talent from both countries with the French leads supported by German actress Yvonne Catterfeld as an ill-fated princess. This cherished story of forbidden love first published in 1740 by Gabrielle-Suzanne Barbot de Villeneuve has been cleverly rejuvenated. Audiences will again fall under the spell in this happy ever after tale of love conquering all. I LOVE YOU beauty and the beast Christophe Gans Vincent Cassel, Léa Seydoux, André Dussollier, Yvonne Catterfeld, Myriam Charleins GERMANY FANTASY 112 MINS 2014 CTC

17 irresistible charm, played to perfection by François Cluzet and Sophie Marceau Cineman When soon-to-be divorced Elsa (the dazzling Sophie Marceau), shares an instant and intense chemistry with Pierre (François Cluzet, The Intouchables), they seem perfect for each other. However, their mutual attraction must contend with two immovable obstacles: Pierre loves his wife, and Elsa has vowed never to date a married man. Fate decrees that their paths continue to cross, and the pair form an illicit, passionate but platonic friendship. The couples sexual potential explodes in a series of trysts that cleverly blur the line between reality and fantasy. Will they cross the line? This is the question that is cleverly teased out through a complex narrative. Chance Encounter is the first cinematic outing from director/writer/actor Lisa Azuelos since her coming-of-age drama/comedy LOL in both its original release form and its subsequent American remake. Her new high-concept romantic comedy delights with engaging and assured performances from its leads with Marceau particularly funny in her charming role. This is a smart, sophisticated and thought-provoking film that explores loves unexplored potential and cost. 17 chance encounter Lisa Azuelos Sophie Marceau, François Cluzet, Lisa Azuelos, Alexandre Astier ROMANCE 82 MINS 2014 M JE TAIME

18 18 18 The thoughtfully-written script and the actors' delicacy lead to some hilarious scenes Première Prepare to laugh and possibly cry at the bittersweet and beautiful Paper Souls a film about life, death, friendship and unexpected romance. The story concerns Paul (Stéphane Guillon), a novelist who has put his career on hold to write funeral speeches since the death of his wife. When Paul is approached by young widow Emma (Julie Gayet), his life suddenly holds more than grief and shared loss. Emma has a strange request she wants Paul to write something to help her eightyear-old son remember his dead father, Nathan (Jonathan Zaccaï). As a gentle romance forms between Paul and Emma, the ghost of Emmas husband appears to complicate everyones feelings just a little bit more. The Belgian director Vincent Lannoo has created a magical Christmas tale in this romantic comedy-drama, with its delightful story played out against an impossibly beautiful Parisian background. Balancing tender moments with surprising supernatural twists, and featuring perfectly understated performances by a winning ensemble of actors, Paper Souls is sure to bewitch audiences in this years Festival. I LOVE YOU paper souls Vincent Lannoo Stéphane Guillon, Julie Gayet, Pierre Richard, Jonathan Zaccaï BELGIUM LUXEMB. COMEDY DRAMA 100 MINS

19 Tonie Marshall is gifted in writing clever and light comedies Studio Cine Live Director Tonie Marshall (Venus Beauty) returns to the big screen with this high concept tale in which true love is torpedoed by an over-active libido, or two Patrick Bruel (from our 2013 Festival Whats In A Name?) is Lambert, an ex-sex addict turned marriage counsellor who hires the sultry, sex-mad Judith (Sophie Marceau, also seen in this years Festival film, Chance Encounter) as his assistant. Lamberts self-imposed celibacy is sorely tested by Judith who is determined to add him to her long string of conquests. This comedic (and mostly fully clothed) romp is a pure delight, driven by Marceaus alluring performance as the seductive siren intent on derailing Lamberts newfound realisation that love must come before sex. Marshalls lively script, co-written with Erwan Augoyard and Sophie Kovess-Brun, is littered with quotable one-liners and laughs. In the end, Sex, Love And Therapy is a cheeky tale of those having too much of a good thing. 19 sex, love and therapy Tonie Marshall Sophie Marceau, Patrick Bruel, André Wilms, Sylvie Vartan, François Morel belgium COMEDY ROMANCE 88 MINS 2014 CTC JE TAIME

20 20 20 The American author Stephen McCauley (The Object Of My Affection) provides the source material for this ensemble piece with his acclaimed 1993 eponymous novel. The story concerns three brothers who are all looking for a change. Antoine is in his mid-30s and lives with Adar, although he sleeps on the floor. Louis, the youngest brother, is engaged to his high school sweetheart, but is having an affair. Meanwhile Gérard, the oldest brother, cant get over his ex-wife and spends his days working at his parents unsuccessful clothing store. When Antoines friend, Ariel, enters their little world, everything changes. Decisions will have to be made but can the brothers find an easy way out? This character-based drama is a contemplative look at the compromises we all make to keep relationships alive. The talented cast includes the noted French screenwriterdirector-actress-singer Agnès Jaoui who has previously collaborated with her long-term partner Jean-Louis Bacri on such award-winning films as The Taste Of Others and Under The Rainbow. I LOVE YOU the easy way out Brice Cauvin Laurent Lafitte, Agnès Jaoui, Nicolas Bedos, Benjamin Biolay, Marie-Christine Barrault DRAMA COMEDY 97 MINS

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22 a well-observed and written drama leavened with touching asides and comedic moments The Hollywood Reporter 22 In Almost Friends, two of the most critically acclaimed actors in modern French cinema, Karin Viard and Emmanuelle Devos, star together for the first time as two women who want more out of life both at work and in the bedroom. Devos plays Carole, who feels overshadowed by her husband, Sam (Roschdy Zem), a Michelin-starred chef. She takes a course at an adult training centre where she meets Marithé (Viard) who wants to help Carole create a new, fulfilling life. The two women become close friends, however complications set in when Marithé encounters Caroles charming husband. Directed by actress-turned-director Anne Le Ny, who also appears in a supporting role, this is a romantic comedy with a vibrant restaurant backdrop that explores female friendship, love, lies and wanting something you cant have. Both Viard and Devos have been nominated for several acting awards during their career, and part of the joy of this delightful and thought provoking film is watching the pair of brilliant and accomplished actors share the screen. hand in hand almost friends Anne Le Ny Karin Viard, Emmanuelle Devos, Roschdy Zem, Philippe Rebbot, Anne Le Ny comedy drama 91 MINS 2014 M

23 The film is clever and truly funny Le Monde Marie (Camille Chamoux) is about to commit to a mortgage with her long-term partner, Éric, when a chance encounter with a childhood friend makes her realise how unadventurous her life has become. A meeting with the brooding and flirtatious Olivier is the final straw, and Marie decides to throw away responsibility for raucous pleasure and fun in a frantic search for happiness. Meanwhile, single mum Sandra (Audrey Fleurot, The Intouchables) seems to have the answers, but is she a victim of her own dating code? Much more than a French Bridget Joness Diary, the outrageously funny The Gazelles is an ode to sisterhood, friendship and girl-power, as Marie and her four friends try to understand the meaning of love, life, and commitment. Based on Chamouxs one-woman stand-up show, Camille Attaque, this hilarious comedy about jumping into the single set after the comforts of couple-hood is set against a backdrop of a Paris not depicted on postcards. This joyful movie is sure to appeal to couples and singles of every age the gazelles Mona Achache Camille Chamoux, Audrey Fleurot, Anne Brochet, Naidra Ayadi, Joséphine de Meaux comedy 99 MINS main dans la main

24 Berlin International Film Festival Special Presentation Gala The screenplay manages to push everyday situations toward the slightly more absurd and comical The Hollywood Reporter 24 In The Courtyard is a charmingly poignant movie that explores the increasingly deepening bond between the panic-prone Mathilde (Catherine Deneuve) and ex-musician Antoine (Gustave Kervern). After abandoning his career to pursue a less complicated relationship with the world, Antoine becomes the caretaker of a crumbling apartment building in which Mathilde resides. Despite having no janitorial experience, he acquits himself well enough to gain the confidence of the old buildings eclectic residents who, like the apartments, have seen better days. At the heart of the film is the unforced chemistry between Deneuve and Kervern, who is best known for off the wall movies such as Le Grand Soir and Mammuth. Both talented actors infuse the relationship between Mathilde and Antoine with engaging and heartfelt empathy. In The Courtyard cements Deneuves reputation as a character actress of rare distinction. She shines in a subtly nuanced film such as this, where the laughs come from affectionate observations about human frailty and a common humanity. hand in hand in the courtyard Pierre Salvadori Catherine Deneuve, Gustave Kervern, Féodor Atkine, Pio Marmaï, Michèle Moretti drama 97 MINS 2014 CTC

25 CÉsar Awards 2014 nomination for Best Actor - GrÉgory Gadebois Dupeyron creates a highly original, mysterious and endearing universe Le Figaroscope When Frédi (Grégory Gadebois) loses his mother, he receives her gift for healing. However, Frédi feels that this gift is more of a curse and just something else to deal with on top of his teenage daughter (Melody Soudier), a sleazy neighbour (Philippe Rebbot) and his recently laid-off father (Jean-Pierre Darroussin). Knowledge of Frédis healing powers becomes widespread but it is only when he meets alcoholic Nina (Céline Sallette), that Frédi finally begins to heal himself. One Of A Kind is a soulful film based on director François Dupeyrons own novel, rendered with glorious landscapes and cinematography. Driven by Gadebois César Award-nominated performance for Best Actor, this engaging drama is brought to life with a cast of complex characters and beautifully detailed performances. Dupeyron (director of The Officers Ward, also showing in this years Festival) showed the world the depth of his talent with the Golden Globe nominated Monsieur Ibrahim in Ten years later, in One Of A Kind, this experienced director again demonstrates why he is one of the most important names in contemporary French cinema. one of a kind François Dupeyron Grégory Gadebois, Céline Sallette, Jean-Pierre Darroussin, Marie Payen, Philippe Rebbot, drama 124 MINS 2013 M main dans la main

26 Toronto International Film Festival Gala Presentation Admirers of the directing duos hit The Intouchables may yet fall in love with Samba Indiewire The writing-directing duo Éric Toledano and Olivier Nakache reunite with The Intouchables star Omar Sy to tell the story of a cross-cultural romance against the backdrop of Frances immigration challenges. Samba (Omar Sy) is a Senegalese dishwasher who dreams of being a chef. Alice (Charlotte Gainsbourg) is his immigration caseworker and his only hope to stay in France. Together, they might find a future, but the path will not be an easy one. Samba cements Omar Sy as a magnetic screen presence and Gainsbourg is superb once again as an anxious woman out of her element. Both the story and the performances are full of surprises with wonderful support from Tahar Rahim as an Algerian migrant pretending to be Brazilian. Highly polished and appealing, it is easy to see why Samba was featured in the Gala presentation of the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival. After the worldwide success of The Intouchables, directors Toledano and Nakache once again explore real issues through complex and touching relationships to create this thought-provoking piece of cinema. hand in hand samba Éric Toledano, Olivier Nakache Omar Sy, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Tahar Rahim, Izia Higelin, Hélène Vincent drama COMEDY 118 MINS 2014 CTC

27 Toronto International Film Festival Gala Presentation A skillfully triangulated psychological thriller Variety This superb psychological drama debuted at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival and continues the recent string of hits of director François Ozon including the 2013 Festival hit, In The House. The New Girlfriend owes its origins to a Ruth Rendell short story from 1985 but takes its source material to lighter territory. Claire (Anaïs Demoustier) is grieving the loss of her lifetime best friend, who has left behind a husband, David (Romain Duris), and a newborn baby. On an unannounced visit, a shocked Claire discovers David nuzzling his infant while wearing the clothes of his dead wife. Unfazed, David explains that his former wife had always been aware of this particular idiosyncrasy. In time, Claire begins to overcome her initial reaction, and helps David to create his own female persona to inhabit. In this, his latest cinematic offering, Ozon has delivered a well-paced psychological drama that investigates grief and identity. The New Girlfriend is also a funny, good-natured poke at the mores and peccadilloes of Frances bourgeoisie in a film that effortlessly fuses the best of Hitchcock and Almodóvar the new girlfriend François Ozon Romain Duris, Anaïs Demoustier, Raphaël Personnaz, Isild Le Besco, Aurore Clément drama comedy 107 MINS 2014 CTC main dans la main

28 french riviera André Téchiné Catherine Deneuve, Guillaume Canet, Adèle Haenel, Jean Corso DRAMA 116 MINS 2014 RATED PG

29 Cannes International Film Festival Out of Competition Canet rather astonishingly subsumes himself in the role Variety The legendary Catherine Deneuve reunites with director André Téchiné for their seventh collaboration, set amid the turbulent Nice casino wars of the 1970s. Deneuve plays the real life casino heiress Renée Le Roux, whose memoir was the basis of the films screenplay. Renées daughter, Agnès Le Roux (Adèle Haenel), returns home after a failed marriage and falls under the spell of her mothers advisor, the intriguing and ambitious lawyer, Maurice Agnelet (Guillaume Canet). After a calculated betrayal, the casino comes under the control of a mafia kingpin, Fratoni (Jean Corso), and Agnès goes missing forever. This fascinating film tells the story of the most famous alleged murder case from this period, with a verdict only just reached in With both edge-of-the-seat thrills and beautifully shot landscapes of the French Riviera, this is a riveting and heart-wrenching true story of money, passion, family loyalty and the pursuit of justice french riviera André Téchiné Catherine Deneuve, Guillaume Canet, Adèle Haenel, Jean Corso DRAMA 116 MINS 2014 MA15+ histoires vives

30 LOCARNO FILM FESTIVAL VARIETY PIAZZA GRANDE AWARD An assured, emotionally satisfying French offering Variety Born deaf and blind, Marie Heurtin (Ariana Rivoire) has no way to communicate with those around her. Unable to cope with his daughters violent behaviour, Maries father takes her to the famed Larnay Institute. It is there that Marie meets Sister Marguerite (Isabelle Carré), a young nun who takes Marie under her wing. Armed with her faith, Sister Marguerite works tirelessly to bring Marie out of her solitary darkness. Jean-Pierre Améris has created a moving and entertaining film that blends history and humour with a heart-warming tale of friendship and perseverance. His 2012 Festival hit, Romantics Anonymous, also starred the brilliant Isabelle Carré, who won the 2003 César Award for Best Actress for Beautiful Memories. The director and actress now reunite to tell this fascinating story based on real-life events in the late 19th century. Maries Story was the winner of the Variety Piazza Grande Award at the 2014 Locarno Film Festival, where critics raved about the exceptional performances by Carré and newcomer Ariana Rivoire. larger than life maries story Jean-Pierre Améris Isabelle Carré, Ariana Rivoire, Brigitte Catillon, Noémie Churlet, Laure Duthilleul DRAMA 95 MINS 2014 PG

31 Cannes International Film Festival Official Selection Academy Awards French entry for Best Foreign Film Bertrand Bonellos glossily intuitive vision is pure haute couture Variety Saint Laurent is a spectacular celebration of the famous and flamboyant designers artistry, drive and inspiration. This fascinating biopic focuses on Yves Saint Laurent at the zenith of his celebrity and explores his relationships, neuroses, addictions and insecurities. It is, appropriately, a true work of art and Frances entry in the 2015 Academy Awards. The always charismatic Gaspard Ulliel delivers a compelling performance as the tortured iconoclast, ably supported by Aymeline Valade and Léa Seydoux as his muses. However, it is the performances of Louis Garrel as the preening model and Jérémie Renier as Pierre Bergé that are the real stand-outs. Saint Laurents fall from grace and his subsequent rise to fame are well known, but this fascinating film adds new layers to his story of redemption. The other stars of the film are the outstanding soundtrack, and, of course, the clothes be prepared for a continuous display of covetable garments that serve as a reminder of the true genius behind the aloof façade of Saint Laurent saint laurent Bertrand Bonello Gaspard Ulliel, Jérémie Renier, Louis Garrel, Léa Seydoux, Aymeline Valade, Helmut Berger DRAMA 150 MINS 2014 CTC histoires vives

32 Venice Film Festival Queer Lion Award The drag performers are fabulous The Hollywood Reporter larger than life summer nights Michel (Guillaume de Tonquedec) is the very picture of post-war bourgeois respectability an ambitious provincial solicitor with a devoted wife, Hélène (Jeanne Balibar), and dreams of public office. However, he harbours a dark secret. Every weekend, while supposedly working on complex cases, Michel flees to the country to indulge his urge to cross-dress as Mylène, spending time in the company of his old war buddy, Jean-Marie (Nicolas Bouchaud) who also has a female alter ego, Flavia. Flavias house becomes the secret meeting point for a ragtag collection of similar minded men, who meet to live, love and sing as women. When they are joined by a young soldier fleeing Frances war in Algeria, the conflict provides a dark emotional backdrop to their double lives. This heartfelt and memorable film is the directorial debut of writer-director Mario Fanfani, with the brilliant cinematography evoking the claustrophobic moral climate of France in the years after WW2. Summer Nights (Winner of the Queer Lion Award at the Venice Film Festival 2014) is a captivating and insightful take on bourgeois sensibilities in a fascinating era of social turbulence. Mario Fanfani,, Guillaume de Tonquedec, Jeanne Balibar, Nicolas Bouchaud, Mathieu Spinosi DRAMA 100 MINS

33 Toronto International Film Festival Special Presentations A captivating duel in the jungle Télérama The Oscar winning director Régis Wargnier (Indochine) returns to South East Asia, this time within the former French colony of Cambodia. The Gate is set during the harrowing maelstrom that engulfed the country during the reign of Pol Pot in the early 1970s. A true story, it relates the capture of François Bizot (Raphaël Personnaz), a French ethnologist working on the ruins of Angkor, who is imprisoned by the Khmer Rouge and accused of being a CIA spy. François forms an unlikely bond with his interrogator and torturer, Duch (Kompheak Phoeung), a man with a pragmatic sense of morality. Assisted by Duch, François escapes Cambodia. Years later, the two mens paths cross under very different circumstances. Collaborating with Oscar nominated Cambodian producer Rithy Panh (The Missing Picture), Wargnier shot The Gate entirely on location and has drawn incredibly moving performances from his non-professional actors. Once again the famed French director combines his superb eye for visual composition with a story that confronts the viewer with complex moral questions the gate Régis Wargnier Raphaël Personnaz, Olivier Gourmet, Kompheak Phoeung, Steve Driessen, Thanet Thorn belgium cambodia HISTORy DRAMA 95 MINS histoires vives

34 This handsomely mounted and consistently well-played yarn offers disposable pleasures and rewarding intrigue The Guardian Fans of the 2008 art-house thriller Ive Loved You So Long are in for a treat with its director, Philippe Claudel, and its Oscar nominated lead actor Kristin Scott Thomas, reuniting for the suspenseful Before The Winter Chill. The English-born, French-speaking star plays the wife of a brilliant neurosurgeon (Daniel Auteuil) who is suffering from a late-career crisis due to the advances of a mysterious young woman (Leïla Bekhti). As the once-perfect marriage begins to unravel, suspicion and paranoia overtakes everyone, and long-buried truths are finally revealed. French cinema favourites Auteuil and Scott Thomas are superb as the wealthy and seemingly happy couple with a sea of raw nerves kept just below the surface. Just as brilliant is the rising star Bekhti, best known for A Prophet and her César Award-winning performance in All That Glitters. This is a handsomely made and thought-provoking drama-thriller, with a tightly plotted story, brilliantly drawn characters, slow-burning intrigue, and a delicate touch of melancholy.! intense before the winter chill Philippe Claudel Daniel Auteuil, Kristin Scott Thomas, Leïla Bekhti, Richard Berry, Vicky Krieps luxemb. drama thriller 102 MINS 2013 M

35 Wonderful dialogue and carefully crafted supporting characters Cineman Muriel is the number one fan of rock star Vincent Lacroix. So when Vincent accidentally kills his girlfriend, he knows theres one person he can trust to dispose of the body. Unfortunately, Muriel is also a compulsive liar. Now as the groupie and her idol try to stay ahead of a pair of squabbling detectives, the suspense builds and the plot twists in a film that is part comedy, part thriller and part exquisite study in manners. Sandrine Kiberlain, who won the César Award for Best Actress in 2013 for 9 Month Stretch, is both hilarious and touching as Muriel, a woman who lies as easily as she breathes, and her performance underscores the films clever mix of hi-jinx and darker themes. Laurent Lafitte (Bright Days Ahead, 2014 Festival) is also perfectly cast as the straight-faced but manipulative rock star. For her debut feature, Jeanne Herry has crafted a very funny film that is full of surprises and insights into the price of fame, the cost of fandom and unlikely alliances elle ladore Jeanne Herry Sandrine Kiberlain, Laurent Lafitte, Pascal Demolon, Benjamin Lavernhe, Olivia Côte thriller comedy 105 MINS intense!

36 Toronto International Film Festival Gala Presentation A master stroke Metro The true story behind the Hollywood hit The French Connection is now told from the European perspective in this exciting police drama. The always excellent Jean Dujardin plays a relentlessly dedicated magistrate, Pierre Michel, who is reassigned to Marseille in The port city is ruled not by law, but by the terrifying mafia boss, Gaetan Zampa (Gilles Lellouche). Before long Michel realises that to make a difference he will need to change his methods. This tough, fascinating film tells the little known story of how a ruthless international drug syndicate came undone. Director Cédric Jimenez grew up in Marseille during this turbulent time, and he has imbued the film with rich period detail around its grim central story. For fans of the type of epic mob movies Martin Scorsese used to make, with plenty of action and a killer soundtrack, this exciting chapter in the story of organised crime is not to be missed.! intense the connection Cédric Jimenez Jean Dujardin, Gilles Lellouche, Céline Sallette, Mélanie Doutey, Benoît Magimel belgium thriller 135 MINS 2014 MA15+

37 We must pay tribute to the audacity of The Last diamond and the success of its finely-written script Le Point Simon is a thief on parole who is hired to carry out the biggest job of his career: to steal the famous Florentine diamond. Julia is a diamond expert with a personal interest in making sure the jewel is successfully auctioned. With the two characters drawn inextricably towards this glittering object, and to each other, there are plenty of complications, crosses and double-crosses that stand in their way. Yvan Attal plays the hard-edged and charismatic jewel thief Simon with real emotional depth. His co-star Bérénice Béjo has created yet another memorable character as the complex Julia, after winning the Best Actress César Award in 2012 for The Artist and the Best Actress Award at the Cannes Film Festival in 2013 for The Past. Dating back to Rififi, the French have a reputation for making excellent heist flicks and The Last Diamond is no exception. Fast-paced, full of plot twists with an unexpected jewel of a love story, this is an exciting thriller that is as seductive and brilliant as the diamond itself the last diamond Eric Barbier Bérénice Béjo, Yvan Attal, Jean-François Stévenin, Annie Cordy, Antoine Basler BELGIUM LUXEMB. thriller 108 MINS 2014 CTC intense!

38 Mathilde Seignier, best known for her raw energy, unveils an unusual gentleness Télé 7 Jours What would you do if you won the lottery? In The List Of My Desires, thats what happens to Jocelyne (Mathilde Seignier), a humble seamstress in the northern French town of Arras who wins 18 million euros. Now Jocelyne can have anything she wants, but decides against sharing her news. How will this affect her life with her friends? With her father? With the man she loves? Although content with her life as it is, Jocelyne decides to make a list of the things she really wants for her future. Adapted from the bestselling French novel by Grégoire Delacourt, this is a touching film about possibilities and the old saying that money cant buy happiness. The cast is uniformly brilliant, with a luminous Mathilde Seignier at its heart. The talented actress has been nominated for a César Award three times, and her portrayal of the conflicted Jocelyne is sure to garner further acclaim.! intense the list of my desires Didier Le Pêcheur Mathilde Seignier, Marc Lavoine, Patrick Chesnais, Frédérique Bel DRAMA COMEDY 98 MINS

39 The director succeeded in casting a group of brilliant actors who are enjoying themselves as much as we are Le Journal Du Dimanche The Yellow Eyes Of The Crocodiles is a faithful and imaginative adaptation of Katherine Pancols delightful book that became a publishing sensation. Two sisters are living very different lives and have nothing in common. Joséphine (Julie Depardieu) is a dowdy historian whose husband takes off to Kenya to breed crocodiles with his mistress and his wifes money. Left struggling to raise two teenagers, Joséphines life could not be more different to her beautiful sister, Iris (Emmanuelle Béart), who is rich, idle and bored. After becoming trapped in a lie of her own telling, Iris turns to her estranged sister and convinces her to write a historical romance novel. Iris will take the credit, while Joséphine will take the money. What could go wrong? This is the third film directed by Cécile Telerman, and the first she has co-written with Charlotte de Champfleury. The result is an assured screen adaptation of the books winning mix of pathos and comedy that will enchant both fans of the original novel and movie going audiences alike the yellow eyes of the crocodiles Cécile Telerman Emmanuelle Béart, Julie Depardieu, Jacques Weber, Édith Scob, Patrick Bruel spain drama 122 MINS intense!

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42 42 lest we forget with the support of institut français A hundred years ago, more than 400,000 Australian soldiers left Australia to fight on the European, Turkish and Middle East battlefields. More than 60,000 of them died. The first World War has left many scars and cinema has played a strong role in portraying these as well as presenting personal histories. This year, the Alliance Française French Film Festival commemorates the soldiers by presenting three French masterpieces dedicated to this period of time. This is also for us the occasion to say once again: merci l Australie Grand Illusion is now more than 75 years old, but it has lost none of its lustre or its power as the ultimate anti-war film. Directed by Jean Renoir, the film is full of wonderful performances, thrilling escapes and moments of touching irony, with its themes of endurance, class and the folly of war still relevant today. Grand Illusion is an acknowledged masterpiece of French cinema, and thanks to a luminous restoration, it can be seen again in the cinema. lest we forget grand illusion realise directeur par Jean Renoir la grande illusion Jean Gabin, Dita Parlo, Pierre Fresnay, Julien Carette, Eric Von Stroheim psychological WAR COMEDY 95 MINS 1937 G davids pick

43 Captain Conan is one of the best films by the celebrated French director, Bertrand Tavernier. Set at the end of the First World War, it concerns Conan (Philippe Torreton) and his men who find it difficult to put the thrill of combat aside after the Armistice is declared. Based on the 1934 autobiographical novel by Roger Vercel, this tough, provocative and impeccably shot film won several César awards, and deserves to be seen on the big screen once again. captain conan capitaine conan Bertrand Tavernier Philippe Torreton, Samuel Le Bihan, Bernard Le Coq, Claude Rich, François Berléand war historical drama 130 MINS the officers ward la chambre des officiers realise directeur par François Dupeyron Eric Caravaca, Denis Podalydès, Sabine Azéma, André Dussollier In the early days of WWI, a young French lieutenant is hit by shellfire, disfiguring his face. Now he must spend the rest of the war in the officers ward at the Val de Grâce military hospital in Paris. Unlike other war films set on the battlefield, this haunting and emotional story is about rehabilitation. This film is faithful to the award-winning novel by Marc Dugain, and features André Dussollier, one of Frances most distinguished actors. drama 135 MINS lest we forget

44 An extremely likable and perfectly entertaining comedy Cineman Poor Franck. He is turning 30 and his friends are throwing him a party to end all parties. The problem is, he also needs to babysit his bosss son. When the out-of-control party takes over the bosss luxury mansion, and Franck and the kid go missing, all hell breaks loose. If you think all French comedies are genteel satires of the bourgeoisie, think again! Babysitting is an outrageously loud, funny and over-the-top youthful comedy in the gross-out Hollywood tradition of The Hangover and Project X. In an ingenious twist, most of the film is told in found footage style, as the police review videos shot at the party to find out just what happened. Directed by the rising comedy duo of Philippe Lacheau and Nicolas Benamou, with Lacheau playing the hapless Franck in the middle of all the crazy action, this politically incorrect and totally hilarious film is not for the faint of heart. Expect lots of booze, car chases, lap dances and at least one dead animal. french comedy babysitting Philippe Lacheau, Nicolas Benamou Philippe Lacheau, Alice David, Vincent Desagnat, Gérard Jugnot, Clotilde Courau COMEDY 85 MINS

45 A delightful comedy on the ups and downs of a group of old friends in their 40s and 50s Le Parisien Antoine has always been a careful man. He is careful with his work, his home, his family and his affairs, but after a brush with death, Antoine decides his meticulously planned life needs a serious shake up. Every change he makes, however, impacts on his eclectic group of friends as they confront middle age in a variety of both comical and poignant ways. Director Éric Lavaine extracts delightful performances from a phenomenal cast in Barbecue. Lambert Wilson, known from films such as Cycling With Molière in our 2014 Festival, delivers a charming performance as a man embracing his mortality in a novel and slightly extreme manner. The supporting cast of comedian Franck Dubosc (The Date Coach), Guillaume de Tonquedec, (Whats In A Name? 2013 Festival) and Lionel Abelanski, appearing in his third Lavaine film, are all equally exceptional as Antoines unpredictable circle of friends. With sun-kissed settings, a beautiful Southern France backdrop and touching moments of comedy, Barbecue will leave you hungry for more. barbecue Éric Lavaine Lambert Wilson, Franck Dubosc, Florence Foresti, Guillaume de Tonquedec, Lionel Abelanski COMEDY 98 MINS comedie a la francaise

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47 A witty dramedy The Hollywood Reporter Pierre is an ageing misanthrope who just wants to be left alone in his later years. Unfortunately, after he is hit by a car, Pierre is forced to stay in hospital with a broken leg, surrounded by a never-ending parade of doctors, nurses, a brother with bad jokes, a teenager who keeps stealing his laptop, and a wacky physical therapist and thats just for starters! Get Well Soon is the latest comedy from Jean Becker who previously directed the similarly gentle crowd-pleasers, My Afternoons With Marguerite and Conversations With My Gardener. Gérard Lanvin is perfect for the central role of Pierre, a man for whom a little company is really the perfect medicine. With the action mostly confined to Pierres hospital room, the focus of the film is clearly on the sparkling dialogue and the wonderful supporting cast of characters who eventually win over the grumpy old man. Alternating between the heart-warming and the hilarious, this is a lovely film about growing old and growing up. For fans of feelgood films, its just what the doctor ordered. get well soon Jean Becker, Gérard Lanvin, Jean-Pierre Darroussin, Frédéric Testot, Swann Arlaud, Claudia Tagbo, Anne-Sophie Lapix COMEDY 81 MINS 2014 m comedie a la francaise

48 The gags come one after another. The best cure against pessimism Télé 7 Jours Dany Boon, actor and director of the smash hit, Welcome To The Sticks, now brings us the story of the lifelong hypochondriac, Romain Faubert. Played by Boon, Romain has found the perfect outlet for his crippling health anxiety: as a photographer for an online medical dictionary. Unfortunately, this only enflames his raging neuroses, and all those around him become drawn into a world of imagined ailments, especially his longsuffering doctor, Dimitri Zvenka (Kad Merad). Surprisingly, the two become friends, but in a medical first, it is the patient making the house calls! Dimitri decides that the only cure for the hopeless Romain is a healthy dose of female companionship, and so he sets about schooling him in the ways of seduction. Where Welcome To The Sticks was an ode to provincial life, Superchondriac is a hilarious farce that explores the limits of friendship and gaining of wisdom. Boon brings his trademark comic timing and faultless eye for comedic set-pieces to a film that is sure to tickle anyones funny bone. french comedy superchondriac Dany Boon Dany Boon, Kad Merad, Alice Pol, Jean-Yves Berteloot, Judith El Zein Belgium COMEDY 107 MINS 2014 m

49 An amusing film that will make you laugh out loud Abusdecine.com When you have a dream riverside apartment in Paris, a fantastic lover and a perfect job, just what else do you need? For Aleksandra, the answer is the ultimate accessory a child. However, when she adopts Alekseï, a seven-year-old boy from Russia, she soon learns that life as a mother is much harder than being a successful, high-powered businessperson. Valérie Lemercier writes, directs and stars in this laugh-out-loud comedy thats as funny as it is politically incorrect. The popular French actress has won two César Awards for her supporting roles in The Visitors (1993) and Avenue Montaigne (2007), and can also be seen in Nicholas On Holiday in this years Festival. The Ultimate Accessory is a biting satire on hip Parisiennes, with the fashionable couple treating their new child like their latest piece of designer furniture. But is there some decency under all that attitude? Lemerciers last comedy of manners, Palais Royal!, was a huge box office hit in France, and her latest film is sure to earn big laughs in Australia the ultimate accessory Valérie Lemercier Valérie Lemercier, Gilles Lellouche, Marina Foïs, Bruno Podalydès comedy 98 MINS 2013 CTC comedie a la francaise

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51 NOT SCREENING IN PERTH Toronto International Film Festival Contemporary World Cinema Cannes International Critics Week Official selection A film of real directorial confidence and flair. Beautifully shot, radiantly acted and artistically made Indiewire Acclaimed actress Mélanie Laurent takes the directors chair for this emotionally seductive and hugely affecting drama about an adolescent friendship perched on the brink of obsession. When Charlie (Joséphine Japy) an attractive but self-doubting 17-year-old meets the charismatic, forthright and unruly Sarah (star on the rise Lou de Laâge), they immediately form an intense and exhilarating bond. Sarah offers both companionship and support for Charlie at a time when she desperately needs it, while her unstable mother (the superb Isabelle Carré) copes badly with impending divorce. But their inseparable, idyllic existence soon steers into dangerous territory Skilfully adapted from the controversial, best-selling novel by Anne-Sophie Brasme, Laurents gorgeously shot, highly refined thriller delves into the deep and dark connections that make youthful relationships so quixotic and powerful. The stellar performances of her actors completely submerged under the skin of their characters deliver extraordinary impact as the film builds to its breathtaking dénouement. A breakout success at both the Cannes and Toronto Film Festivals, Breathe confirms Laurent as a major new directorial talent. breathe Mélanie Laurent Lou de Laâge, Joséphine Japy, Isabelle Carré, Claire Keim drama 91 MINS 2014 m lage des possibles

52 Toronto International Film Festival Special Presentation New York Film Festival Official Selection Brilliantly realised. An unusually warm & perceptive look inside a world rarely handled well by cinema THE GUARDIAN The exhilarating new film from Mia Hansen-Løve (Father Of My Children, Goodbye First Love) is a semi-biographical drama about the rise of the French touch electronic music scene in the 1990s, one that spawned worldwide superstars like Daft Punk and Cassius. With a narrative spanning two decades, Eden revolves around aspiring Parisian DJ, Paul (the captivating Félix de Givry), as he steps into the underground dance music scene. Raves dominate, but hes drawn to the more soulful rhythms of Chicagos garage house movement. He and best friend Stan form a duo and drop out of daytime society in their all-encompassing pursuit of ceaseless beats and bass, emotional and pharmaceutical highs, and a string of relationships (excellent support here from Greta Gerwig, Laura Smet and Pauline Étienne). Inspired by the experiences of her brother and collaborator Sven, Hansen-Løves film is a spectacular panorama of beautiful faces and bodies, rushes of cascading light and colour and, of course, music. Shifting between euphoria and melancholy, Eden is a film that pulsates with the reckless heartbeat of youth. coming of age eden Mia Hansen-Løve Félix de Givry, Pauline Étienne, Vincent Macaigne, Vincent Lacoste, Laura Smet, Greta Gerwig BIOPIC 131 MINS 2014 ma15+

53 NOT SCREENING IN PERTH critics prize winner Toronto International Film Festival Contemporary World Cinema Cannes Directors Fortnight Official Selection A triumph that grabs you from the get-go. Ravishingly shot, its a work of cinematic art THE GUARDIAN The hugely anticipated new film from writer/director Céline Sciamma (Tomboy, Water Lilies), Girlhood is a sensational story of female empowerment set in the tough neighbourhoods of Paris. Mariame (an incendiary, star-making performance from Karidja Touré) is a shy 16-yearold who lives with her mostly absent mother, a domineering older brother, and two younger sisters of whom she largely takes responsibility for caring. Left behind at high school where shes told her grades are too poor to continue, Mariame is soon lured out of her shell by three vivacious neighborhood teens. Enthralled by their bravado and brash energy, Mariame quickly adopts their flashier look and adapts to their bolder and often reckless behavior, making both foolish and brave choices as she struggles towards independence. Depicting a side of Paris rarely explored on screen, Girlhood finds irresistible energy in these young characters for whom attitude is everything. Featuring sumptuous cinematography and a jubilant soundtrack, the film builds momentum with every scene, and exudes life from every frame. girlhood Céline Sciamma Karidja Touré, Assa Sylla, Lindsay Karamoh, Mariétou Touré drama 112 MINS 2014 M lage des possibles

54 cannes Directors Fortnight Winner FIPREscI Prize cannes Directors Fortnight Winner SACD Prize An immensely amiable, beautifully shot French-language love story Indiewire Arnaud (Kévin Azaïs) is looking forward to a summer hanging out with his friends and learning his familys carpentry trade, but when he meets Madeleine (Adèle Haenel), its love at first fight. Convinced that an apocalypse is fast approaching, Madeleine is focussed on honing her survival skills at an army boot camp, and with nothing more exciting on offer, Arnaud decides to sign up with her. As Madeleine and Arnaud learn to fend for themselves, they begin to grow closer until their private world in the wilderness comes under attack. Love At First Fight is a clever mix of restrained European auteur filmmaking and slick Hollywood-style technique. The two central performances and minor characters are perfectly nuanced, blending humour and drama in interesting roles, with Nicolas Wanczycki particularly memorable as the boot camp commander who fails to meet Madeleines high standards. Winner of numerous awards in 2014, Thomas Cailleys debut feature is a drama-comedy about falling in love and surviving that is sure to please. coming of age love at first fight Thomas Cailley Adèle Haenel, Kévin Azaïs, Antoine Laurent, Brigitte Roüan, Nicolas Wanczycki drama COMEDY 98 MINS 2014 M

55 A feel-good clash of generations, to be enjoyed by adults and kids alike Télé Loisirs Following on from her historical drama, The Round Up (featured at the 2011 Festival), director Roselyne Bosch now explores intergenerational conflict and dislocation in her new film, My Summer In Provence. Without warning, Léa (Chloé Jouannet), Adrien (Hugo Dessioux), and their deaf mute brother Théo (Lukas Pellisier) are sent to the bucolic olive farm of their long estranged grandfather, Paul (Jean Reno) and his wife Irene (Anna Galiena). For the children, this is hardly a dream holiday, and is made worse by the announcement that their parents are getting a divorce. Inevitably, friction occurs between the tech savvy city kids and their curmudgeonly grandad as the generations clash over manners, morals and culture. My Summer In Provence was filmed on location in the captivating, sun-soaked splendour of the South of France. Renos assured performance as a man trying to escape his past anchors this funny and touching film, with all generations effortlessly embodying the characters who are transformed by a summer in Provence my summer in provence Roselyne Bosch Jean Reno, Anna Galiena, Charlotte de Turckheim, Chloé Jouannet, Hugo Dessioux comedy 105 MINS 2014 CTC lage des possibles

56 Definitely a show-stopper NEW ZEALAND HERALD coming of age the bélier family A captivating new star is born in The Bélier Family, Éric Lartigaus uproarious box office smash-hit about family ties, the joy of music and breaking free. In the Bélier family, everyone is deaf, except dutiful 16-year-old Paula (beautiful newcomer Louane Emera). She acts as an indispensible interpreter for her parents and younger brother, especially in the running of the family dairy farm. Though her salt-of-the-earth father (François Damiens, Delicacy) has decided to run for mayor - spurred on by her vivacious but over-involved mother, portrayed by the wonderful Karin Viard - Paulas attentions are very much elsewhere. Shes witnessed the handsome new boy at school sign up for the choir, and impulsively joined too. Its not long before her music teacher (Éric Elmosnino) discovers her considerable talent, however his encouragement only exacerbates the matter of Paulas independence Building to a heart-soaring finale, The Bélier Family is an utter delight. Emera is a true revelation, lending an extraordinary spirit to this raucous and deeply moving crowd-pleaser. Éric Lartigau Karin Viard, François Damiens, Louane Emera, Éric Elmosnino, Roxane Duran, France Belgium Comedy min m

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58 kiddies korner The year is 50 BC. Gaul is entirely occupied by the Romans. Well, not quite! One small village of indomitable Gauls still holds out against the invaders. But just how much longer can they resist, especially given Julius Caesars new strategy? Since they cannot defeat Asterix, Obelix and friends by force, the Romans decide to surround the quaint village with modern mansions in an attempt to seduce everyone outside the gates with a new life of luxury. Asterix-The Mansions Of The Gods is the latest cinematic instalment of Frances favourite characters, based on one of the best books in the legendary series by Goscinny and Uderzo. There are plenty of laughs to be had for young filmgoers in the audience, as well as the gentle satire that Asterix is known for to be savoured by older fans. Join Asterix for his biggest and funniest adventure ever seen on the big screen! asterix the mansions of the gods asterix le domaine des dieux Louis Clichy, Alexandre Astier Alain Chabat, Florence Foresti, Lorànt Deutsch, Laurent Lafitte, Alexandre Astier, BELGIUM children 82 MINS 2014 PG

59 moomins on the riviera les moomins sur la riviera Xavier Picard Emmanuel Garijo, Céline Ronté, Anne Plumet, Pascal Casanova, Bernard Alane Join Moomin, Moominpappa, Moominmamma and Snorkmaiden in their delightful feature film debut, Moomins On The Riviera. Based on Tove and Lars Janssons internationally beloved books, this charming film uses hand-drawn animation technique inspired by the original comic strips. The Moomins embrace cross-cultural understanding and tolerance as they find joy in the small things in life, even when surrounded by the bright lights of the Riviera. This film is sure to be a family favourite at this years Festival!, FINLAND children 76 MINS 2015 CTC nicholas on holiday Laurent Tirard les vacances du petit nicolas Kad Merad, Valérie Lemercier, Dominique Lavanant, François-Xavier Demaison, Bouli Lanners, Mathéo Boisselier, BELGIUM COMEDY 97 MINS 2014 pg The famous Little Nicholas series continues with the delightful Nicholas On Holiday. This time, Nicholas and his family are off to the seaside for a summer vacation, and the result is a film filled with rich humour, moments of childhood nostalgia, hilarious blunders and misunderstandings across three generations. The first movie adaptation of Goscinny and Sempés classic series was a worldwide hit, and this second instalment is sure to enchant children and grown-ups alike.

60 An enjoyable, elegantly crafted peek into a secret world Straight.com documentaries This poignant and affectionate documentary looks at the world of workshops, where artisans produce elaborately detailed material for the haute-couture fashion industry. Behind the dazzling designs of Dior, Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent lies the work of some real life magicians. This fascinating film offers a touching portrait of a unique moment in these master craftsmens lives as they adjust to their industrys changing landscape. A visually exquisite exploration of the world above and below the forest canopy The Hollywood Reporter Once Upon A Forest is Luc Jacquets follow-up to his Oscar winning hit, March Of The Penguins. Using ultrapowerful telephoto and macro lenses, breathtaking aerial shots, camera equipped drones, and delicate animation, Jacquet gives us a unique vision of a pristine ecosystem at work. Packed with fascinating facts from the acclaimed botanist, Francis Hallé, and featuring a brilliant soundtrack, this modern masterpiece of nature documentary filmmaking offers a rare look at the wonders of the forest. handmade with love in france le temps suspendu Julie Georgia Bernard Gérard Lorgon, Bruno Legeron, Lorenzo Ré documentary 70 MINS once upon a forest il etait une foret Luc Jacquet Francis Hallé documentary 78 MINS 2013 G

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62 lights camera To celebrate its 26th edition in style, the Alliance Française French Film Festival and its supporting partner, Peugeot Automobiles Australia, offered aspiring filmmakers the opportunity to not only watch films, but to also make them! The Short Film Competition encouraged applicants to submit a short film on the topic of Motion & Emotion. As Peugeots brand promise, Motion & Emotion truly encapsulates the collaboration between the two organisations, with each word describing what they do best. The top three films were selected by a jury whose members include leading figures of the Australian film industry. It is now your turn to have your say, the chosen film will be screened in local cinemas during the Festival. VOTE ONLINE before the 20th of February on which film you think holds true to the Peugeot motto! SHORT FILM COMPETITION paris the alliance française french film festival CRITICS PRIZE Every year, the Alliance Française French Film Festival celebrates the long-lasting love affair between Australians and French Cinema. Hence, we asked five Australian journalists to select their pick from the 2015 entries. Invited to Paris by unifrance films (the organisation promoting French cinema worldwide), they attended screenings, met with and interviewed French talents. Members of the jury were Garry Maddox (Sydney Morning Herald), Jason Di Rosso (ABC Radio National), Cara Nash (FilmInk), Simon Weaving (Canberra Times) and Stephen A Russell (SBS, The New Daily, thelowdownunder.com and Joy 94.9 FM). We are thrilled to announce that the Alliance Française French Film Festival 2015 Critics Prize went to GIRLHOOD by Céline Sciamma. You will find this film on page 53 cp

63 Proud sponsor of the French Film Festival 2012 Proud Sponsors of the Alliance Française French Film Festival

64 64 acknowledgements The Alliance Française French Film Festival is the result of collaboration between the Alliances Françaises of Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth and the cultural services of the French Embassy in Australia: Alliance Française de Sydney: Jean-Baptiste Milcamps, General Manager l Anne Leonetti, Deputy General Manager l Patricia Noeppel-Detmold, National Festival Manager l Dominique Giovanangeli, Finance & Administration Manager l Sébastien Donnadieu, Festival Officer l Lucie Rousseau, Festival Assistant Olivia Modesti, Marketing Manager Alliance Française de Melbourne: Saliha Lefevre, Director Françoise Libotte, Deputy Director & Festival Logistics Coordinator Aurélie Pierre, Course Manager Marion Nouvel, School Program Coordinator Elise Froumson, Course Assistant Mathieu Vendeville, Designer Alliance Française de Canberra: Isabelle Faure, Director and Chief Representative of Fondation Alliance Française in Australia Vincent Brousse, Deputy Director Alliance Française de Brisbane: Jacques Bounin, Director Anne Perales, Communication and Events Manager Jean-Baptiste Viot, Festival Assistant Alliance Française dadelaide: Jean-Christophe Trentinella, Director Sandra Szondi, Marketing & Communications Coordinator Céline Bernard, Events Coordinator Rebecca Cooke, Administrator Alliance Française de Perth: Carine Bougnague, Managing Director Natacha Delsinne, PR & Events Manager Yann Le Flour, Education Coordinator Camille Poli & Leopoldine Hallynck, Festival Assistants French Embassy in Australia: H.E. Mr Christophe Lecourtier, Ambassador of France to Australia Cultural office: Eric Soulier, Cooperation and Cultural Counsellor Chloé Pradal-Morand, Assistant Emmanuelle Denavit-Feller, Cultural Attachée and Artistic Director of the Festival We would like to take this opportunity to say merci to our valued Festival partners! To all National and Local Sponsors: without your financial and in-kind support the Festival would not be possible. UniFrance films and the Département cinéma de linstitut Français Australian Distributors: Curious Film, Entertainment One, Madman Entertainment, NewVision Films, Palace Films, Regency Media, Rialto Distribution, Studiocanal, Transmission Films, Umbrella Entertainment, Vendetta Films French Distributors: ARP, Be for films, Elle Driver, Films Distribution, Gaumont, Le Pacte, Other Angle Pictures, Pathé, Realitism films, The Festival agency, Wild Bunch Exhibition Partner Palace Cinemas: Antonio Zeccola, Benjamin Zeccola, Elysia Zeccola Hill, Antony Zeccola, Stephanie Zeccola, Genevieve Kelly, Paulette Arvizu, Kim Petalas, Joanne Wust, Ingrid van den Berghe, Anna Kouts, Georgina Stegman, Kimberley Allan, Renato Fonti, Karen Karpinski and Yolanda Sulser Festival Partner Exhibitors: Adam Blackshaw, Tracey Langner, Paul Dravet and Rachell Baker Special thanks to Festival Patrons Margaret Pomeranz and David Stratton, Sarah Reese, FATS Digital, Big Words, Max Flint, and Carbon8 special thanks to our short film competition jury: Robin de Michelena, Dimitri Andreatidis, Antonio Zeccola, Sandy George, Veronica Gleeson and Professor Herman Van Eyken Thanks to all Festival volunteers. Artwork: Caitlin Burden Graphic Designer: Melissa Keogh Website: Tip Top Web Publicity: Annette Smith (Ned & Co), Steven Watt, Felipe Benabo, Adriana Bergovich

65 SBS Movies Every Saturday 8.30pm sbs.com.au/movies Rust and Bone - Marion Cotillard SPEND TWO NIGHTS WITH JULIETTE BINOCHE FROM MONDAY 27 APRIL 8.30PM

66 festival CLOSING NIGHT OPENING NIGHT screening and party PARIS, JE TAIME ONE SCREENING ONLY tuesday 7 april cinema paradiso 6.30pm drinks, delicacies and live entertainment 7pm Screening 66 PERTH PREMIÈRE OF GEMMA BOVERY THURSDAY 19 March CINEMA PARADISO 7pm SCREENING 9pm OPENING NIGHT AFTER PARTY AT THE BAKERY festival highlights Live DJ, French food & beverages provided by our generous sponsors Jean Pierre Sancho, Cake Box, Marie-Antoinette café, Kronenbourg 1664.

67 highlights events singing contest THE BÉLIER FAMILY SUNDAY 22 March WINDSOR CINEMA 3.15pm french WINE AND CHEESE with A COUNTRY ATMOSPHERE 4pm Screening Vocal talent: singing contest with prizes to be won! Ladies Night THE GAZELLES Friday 27 March Cinema Paradiso 6pm french wine and petits fours 6.45pm Screening Lingerie fashion show, hand spa & prizes to be won from our sponsors Simone Pérèle and loccitane en Provence. 67 Gangsters & Molls THE CONNECTION wednesday 1 april Cinema Paradiso 6pm french wine and patisseries dress up and be a gangster for a special evening 6.30pm Screening WINNER of the best costume will be ANNOUNCED. festival highlights Please check P.78, OR Festival website for further details

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69 principal sponsor local sponsors major sponsors opening night sponsors M A CAFÉ GLACIER 38 Napoleon Street - Cottesloe supporting sponsors AUTOMOBILE CLUB media sponsor

70 70 SCREENING SCHEDULE CINEMA PARADISO Thursday 19 march 7:00pm Gemma Bovery * Friday 20 march 11:30am Get Well Soon 4:00pm Sex, Love And Therapy 6:30pm Barbecue 8:45pm Babysitting Saturday 21 MARCH 11:30am Asterix-The Mansions Of The Gods 1:30pm Before The Winter Chill 4:00pm The Last Hammer Blow 6:30pm 3 Hearts 8:45pm Samba SunDAY 22 MARCH 11:30am My Summer In Provence 2:00pm Grand Illusion 4:00pm French Riviera 6:30pm Summer Nights 8:45pm Eden MonDAY 23 MARCH 11:30am The Last Diamond 4:00pm Captain Conan 6:30pm Chance Encounter 8:45pm Paper Souls TuesDAY 24 MARCH 11:30am Marie's Story 4:00pm Almost Friends 6:30pm Elle l'adore 8:45pm Far From Men WedNESDAY 25 MARCH 11:30am In The Courtyard 4:00pm 6:30pm 9:00pm Superchondriac Samba Beauty And The Beast ThURsDAY 26 MARCH 11:30am Gemma Bovery 4:00pm Chance Encounter 6:30pm The Bélier Family 8:45pm The Officer's Ward FriDAY 27 MARCH 11:30am Saint Laurent 4:00pm Handmade With Love In France 6:45pm The Gazelles * 8:45pm The Last Diamond SatURDAY 28 MARCH 11:30am Asterix-The Mansions Of The Gods 2:00pm Get Well Soon 4:00pm Love At First Fight 6:30pm Diplomacy 8:45pm The New Girlfriend SunDAY 29 MARCH 11:30am Nicholas On Holiday 1:30pm One Of A Kind 4:00pm In The Courtyard 6:30pm Before The Winter Chill 8:45pm Eden MonDAY 30 MARCH 11:30am The Bélier Family 4:00pm My Summer In Provence 6:30pm The List Of My Desires 8:45pm Far From Men opening night film closing night film special event

71 Tuesday 31 march 11:30am In The Courtyard 4:00pm 6:30pm 8.45pm Before The Winter Chill The Ultimate Accessory The Blue Room Wednesday 1 april 11:30am Beauty And The Beast 4:00pm Gemma Bovery 6.30pm The Connection * 9.00pm Babysitting Thursday 2 april 11:30am Grand Illusion 4:00pm 6:30pm 8:45pm 1:30pm 4:00pm 6:30pm 8:45pm Love At First Fight The Gate Barbecue (Good Friday) 3 april Asterix-The Mansions Of The Gods Tokyo Fiancée The Bélier Family Chance Encounter SatURDAY 4 APRIL 11:30am Asterix-The Mansions Of The Gods 1:30pm Marie's Story 4:00pm Diplomacy 6:30pm The Yellow Eyes Of The Crocodiles 8:50pm Elle l'adore 11:15am 1:15pm 4:00pm 6:30pm 8:45pm SuNDAY 5 APRIL 3 Hearts Saint Laurent The Easy Way Out Gemma Bovery Sex, Love And Therapy MonDAY 6 APRIL 11:30am French Riviera 2:00pm The Bélier Family 4:00pm The Ultimate Accessory 6:30pm The New Girlfriend 8:45pm Almost Friends TuesDAY 7 APRIL 11:30am Moomins On The Riviera 4:00pm Nicholas On Holiday 7:00pm Paris, Je TAime * luna on sx friday 20 march 11:30am In The Courtyard 4:00pm Elle ladore 6:30pm Samba 9:00pm The Last Hammer Blow Saturday 21 MARCH 11:30am Nicholas On Holiday 1:30pm Sex, Love And Therapy 4:00pm One Of A Kind 6:30pm Chance Encounter 8:45pm The New Girlfriend SunDAY 22 MARCH 11:30am The Last Hammer Blow 1:30pm Maries Story 4:00pm Gemma Bovery 6:30pm 3 Hearts 8:45pm Almost friends MonDAY 23 MARCH 11.00am Before The Winter Chill 4:00pm The Connection 6:30pm Once Upon A Forest 8:45pm Love At First Fight 71 SCREENING SCHEDULE *please note this corresponds to the film screening time. for event details please see the festival highlights on page 66

72 72 SCREENING SCHEDULE TUESDAY 24 MARCH 11:30am Handmade With Love In France 4:00pm Diplomacy 6:30pm Samba 9:00pm Saint Laurent WEDNESDAY 25 MARCH 11:30am Far From Men 4:00pm Grand Illusion 6:30pm The Blue Room 8:45pm The Last Diamond THURSDAY 26 MARCH 11:30am Captain Conan 4:00pm Eden 6:30pm 3 Hearts 8:45pm Tokyo Fiancée FRIDAY 27 MARCH 11:30am Get Well Soon 4:00pm Gemma Bovery 6:30pm The List Of My desires 8:45pm Elle ladore SATURDAY 28 MARCH 11:30am Moomins On The Riviera 1:30pm Superchondriac 4:00pm Beauty And The Beast 6:30pm The Bélier Family 8:45pm Sex, Love And Therapy SUNDAY 29 MARCH 11:15am My Summer In Provence 1:30pm Almost Friends 4:00pm Grand Illusion 6:30pm The Gate 8:45pm The Last Diamond MONDAY 30 MARCH 11:30am The Officers Ward 4:00pm 6:30pm 8:45pm Far From Men Diplomacy French Riviera TUESDAY 31 MARCH 11:30am Chance Encounter 4:00pm Almost Friends 6:30pm Summer Nights 8:45pm Babysitting wednesday 1 april 11:30am Maries Story 4:00pm The Bélier Family 6:30pm Paper Souls 8:45pm The Easy Way Out 11:30am 4:00pm 6:30pm 8:45pm 1:30pm 4:00pm 6:30pm 8:45pm THURSDAY 2 APRIL Superchondriac Love At First Fight The New Girlfriend Far From Men (GOOD FRIDAY) 3 APRIL Asterix-The Mansions Of The Gods The Bélier Family Elle ladore Captain Conan SATURDAY 4 APRIL 11:30am French Riviera 1:45pm Get Well Soon 3:30pm Saint Laurent 6:30pm Gemma Bovery 8:45pm Diplomacy 11:30am 2:00pm 4:00pm SUNDAY 5 APRIL Superchondriac In the Courtyard 3 Hearts opening night film closing night film special event

73 6:30pm 8:45pm Before The Winter Chill The Connection MONDAY 6 APRIL 11:30am Moomins On The Riviera 2:00pm 4:00pm 6:30pm 8:30pm Chance Encounter Barbecue The Blue Room The Officers Ward TUESDAY 7 APRIL 11:30am Asterix-The Mansions Of The Gods 4:00pm Once Upon A Forest 6:30pm The Yellow Eyes Of The Crocodiles WINDSOR FRIDAY 20 MARCH 11:00am Saint Laurent 1:50pm One Of A Kind 4:00pm The Last Diamond SATURDAY 21 MARCH 11:30am Elle l'adore 2:00pm The Ultimate Accessory 4:00pm Diplomacy SUNDAY 22 MARCH 11:00am Superchondriac 1:15pm Samba 4:00pm The Bélier Family * MONDAY 23 MARCH 11:30am Gemma Bovery 2:00pm Chance Encounter 4:00pm Grand illusion TUESDAY 24 MARCH 11:30am The New Girlfriend 2:00pm Handmade With Love In France 4:00pm The Blue Room 11:30am 1:30pm 4:00pm 11:30am 2:00pm 4:00pm WEDNESDAY 25 MARCH Barbecue Captain Conan Once Upon A Forest THURSDAY 26 MARCH Samba My Summer In Provence Before The Winter Chill FRIDAY 27 MARCH 11:30am French Riviera 2:00pm The Bélier Family 4:00pm Asterix-The Mansions Of The Gods 11:15am 1:00pm 4:00pm SATURDAY 28 MARCH Get Well Soon Saint Laurent Diplomacy SUNDAY 29 MARCH 11:30am Chance Encounter 2:00pm In The Courtyard 4:00pm 3 Hearts MONDAY 30 MARCH 11:30am The Ultimate Accessory 2:00pm Barbecue 4:00pm Moomins On The Riviera TUESDAY 31 MARCH 11:30am Gemma Bovery 1:30pm The Connection 4:00pm The Last Hammer Blow 73 SCREENING SCHEDULE *please note this corresponds to the film screening time. for event details please see the festival highlights on page 66

74 wednesday 1 april 11:30am Almost Friends 2:00pm Marie's Story 4:00pm Beauty And The Beast thursday 2 april 11:30am 2:00pm 4:00pm Diplomacy Love At First Fight Nicholas On Holiday (Good Friday) 3 april 2:00pm 4:00pm 3 Hearts Elle l'adore saturday 4 april 11:30am Before The Winter Chill 2:00pm The New Girlfriend 4:00pm Chance Encounter sunday 5 april 74 11:30am In The Courtyard 2:00pm Barbecue 4:00pm The Bélier Family monday 6 april 11:30am The Connection 2:00pm Gemma Bovery 4:00pm The Gazelles tuesday 7 april SCREENING SCHEDULE 11:30am 2:00pm 4:00pm Diplomacy Get Well Soon Sex, Love And Therapy back by popular demand screenings 8-9 april opening night film closing night film special event

75 titles in english 3 hearts...9 Almost friends Asterix-the Mansions of the gods Babysitting Barbecue Beauty and the beast Before the winter chill Breathe Captain Conan Chance Encounter Diplomacy Eden Elle ladore Far from men...11 French riviera Gemma Bovery...6 Get well soon Girlhood Grand Illusion Handmade with love in France In the courtyard Love at first fight Maries story Moomins on the riviera My summer in Provence Nicholas on holiday Once upon a forest One of a kind Paper souls Paris, je taime...7 Saint Laurent Samba Sex, love and therapy Summer nights Superchondriac The Bélier family The blue room The Connection The easy way out The Gate The Gazelles The last diamond...37 The last hammer blow The list of my desires The new girlfriend...27 The Officers Ward The ultimate accessory The yellow eyes of the crocodiles Tokyo Fiancée...14 titres en francais 100% cachemire coeurs...9 Astérix le domaine des Dieux Avant l'hiver Avis de mistral Babysitting Bande de filles Barbecue Bon rétablissement Capitaine Conan Dans la cour Diplomatie Eden Elle l'adore Gemma Bovery...6 Il était une forêt La Belle et la bête La chambre bleue La chambre des officiers La famille Bélier La French La grande illusion La liste de mes envies L'art de la fugue Le dernier coup de marteau Le dernier diamant...37 Le temps des aveux Le Temps Suspendu Les âmes de papier Les combattants Les Gazelles Les Moomins sur la Riviera Les nuits d'été Les vacances du petit Nicolas Les yeux jaunes des crocodiles L'homme qu'on aimait trop Loin des hommes...11 Marie Heurtin Mon âme par toi guérie On a failli être amies Paris, je t'aime...7 Respire Saint Laurent Samba Supercondriaque Tokyo Fiancée...14 Tu veux ou tu veux pas Une nouvelle amie...27 Une rencontre film index

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78 78 OPENING NIGHT SCREENING & PARTY PERTH PREMIÈRE OF GEMMA BOVERY Thursday 19 March 7pm Screening, Cinema Paradiso 9pm Opening Night After Party at The Bakery Live DJ, French food & beverages provided by our generous sponsors Jean Pierre Sancho, Cake Box, Marie-Antoinette Café, Kronenbourg Tickets: Alliance Française de Perth membership and Luna Palace Privilege card $50 / Non-Members $55 CLOSING NIGHT PARIS, JE TAIME ONE SCREENING ONLY Tuesday 7 April, Cinema Paradiso 6.30pm Drinks, delicacies and live entertainment 7pm Screening Tickets: Alliance Française de Perth membership and Luna Palace Privilege card $27 / Non-Members $33 Ladies Night THE GAZELLES Friday 27 March, Cinema Paradiso 6pm French wine and petits fours 6.45pm Screening Lingerie fashion show, hand spa & prizes to be won from our sponsors Simone Pérèle and LOccitane en Provence. Tickets: Alliance Française de Perth membership and Luna Palace Privilege card $25 / Non-Members $30 Gangsters & Molls THE CONNECTION Wednesday 1 April, Cinema Paradiso 6pm French wine and patisseries. Dress up and be a gangster for a special evening. 6.30pm Screening Winner of the best costume will be announced. Tickets: Alliance Française de Perth membership and Luna Palace Privilege card $25 / Non-Members $30 FESTIVAL TICKETING & CONDITIONS Singing contest THE BÉLIER FAMILY Sunday 22 March, Windsor Cinema 3.15pm French wine and cheese with a country atmosphere 4pm Screening Vocal talent: singing contest with prizes to be won! Tickets: Alliance Française de Perth membership and Luna Palace Privilege card $25 / Non-Members $30 please note opening, closing and special events are 18+. GENERAL ADMISSION Adult $19.00 Luna Palace Privilege Card and all concessions* $16 Under 25s $14.50 Children (12 years and under) $13.00 *One discount per concession. Eligible concessions: senior (60+), pensioner, fulltime student, Health Care Card holders, Pensioners, Luna Palace Privilege Card Holders, Alliance Française de Perth Members. Proof of concession/membership must be presented at the cinema box office to obtain discount. To purchase your Alliance Française Membership, visit

79 GROUPS (Excluding Opening/Closing Nights, Special Events) School and group booking discounts are available (20+ persons). Please call or for details. MULTIPLE FILM PASSES (Excluding Opening/Closing Nights, Special Events) 5 FILM PASS: $70 Members $80 Non-members Multi-film passes are for separate, preselected sessions for one person and are available directly from the cinema box offices only. Multi-film passes are valid for sessions of one cinema location only. CINEMAS CAN ONLY REDEEM PASSES FOR SESSIONS AT THEIR RESPECTIVE VENUES. All sessions must be chosen at the time of purchase. ADVANCE TICKETS ON SALE FROM TUESDAY 3 FEBRUARY ONLINE Tickets for all venues are available securely online at and All major credit cards accepted (excluding Amex &Diners). Booking fees apply. IN CINEMAS At Cinema Paradiso, Luna on SX & Windsor Box Offices (11am-9pm, daily until sold out): CINEMA PARADISO 164 James Street, Northbridge WA 6003 (08) (No phone bookings) LUNA ON SX 13 Essex Street, Fremantle WA 6160 (08) (No phone bookings) WINDSOR CINEMA 98 Stirling Highway, Nedlands WA 6009 (08) (No phone bookings) The cinema box office accepts most major credit cards (excluding Amex & Diners). but does not take telephone bookings. FESTIVAL CONDITIONS All festival films are restricted to persons 18 years of age and over, unless specified (see classification recommendations). This relates not necessarily to the content of the films, but to the legal requirements of holding the festival, as set by the Classification Board. Box offices hours vary between venues. Please check the venue ticketing page for box office hours. Please ask at the venue for accepted credit cards and credit card surcharges. Festival tickets, once acquired, are nonrefundable and non-exchangeable. Lost or stolen tickets will not be replaced or refunded. Ticket price includes GST. We anticipate that door sales will be available for most sessions, however this cannot be guaranteed. Patrons are urged to purchase their tickets in advance to avoid disappointment. Patrons are encouraged to collect booked tickets 30 minutes prior to the session to avoid queues. Palace Cinema passes and other complimentary passes, cinema promotions and free ticket offers are not valid for festival screenings. Dates, times and programs are correct at the time of publication, but may need to be altered due to unforeseen circumstances. We reluctantly reserve the right to withdraw, change and replace programs without notice. All non-english language films have English subtitles. 79 FESTIVAL TICKETING & CONDITIONS

80 French will never go out of fashion! Large selection of courses and workshops for all levels for adults and children from age 3. Alliance Française French Film Festival SPECIAL OFFER Bring your AFFFF film ticket and get 5% DISCOUNT off our classes and our memberships* The Alliance Française de Perth is a not-for-profit association and registered charity whose aim is to promote French language and culture in Perth since * Conditions apply Alliance Française de Perth 75 Broadway, Nedlands, WA 6009 Tel: / Fax: reception@afperth.com.au